This simple framework encourages instructors to start with the end in mind. What are the goals for the learners - what should they walk away with? Then, build an assessment and educational plan that fits the goals, ensuring that what you measure and how you plan to engage learners ties back to the learning goals.
I created an example UbD plan using an instructor-provided scenario; check it out below or here.
Bowen, R.S. (2017). Understanding by Design. Vanderbilt University Center for Teaching. Retrieved from https://cft.vanderbilt.edu/understanding-by-design/
Fordham University Library Staff. (n.d.). UbD in a nutshell. Fordham University Library Libguides. Retrieved from http://fordham.libguides.com/ld.php?content_id=11270511
McTighe, J., & Wiggins, G. (March 2012). Understanding by Design framework [White paper]. Retrieved September 10, 2018 from the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development: http://www.ascd.org/ASCD/pdf/siteASCD/publications/UbD_WhitePaper0312.pdf